JOB-20240830-c4aee575

Band 6 Physiotherapist – Acute Medical / A&E Team

Job Specialism: AHP – Physiotherapy
Location: Dumfries & Galloway, UK
Pay Rate: £33 – £34 per hour
Contract Type: Locum
Contract Length: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Acute Medical / A&E Team in Dumfries & Galloway.

This is an ongoing locum position paying £33 – £34 per hour, offering both part-time and full-time flexibility. You will be working across the Acute Medical Unit, Emergency Department, and downstream wards, supporting services during critical winter pressures and helping maintain patient flow and high-quality care.

Set in the stunning region of Dumfries & Galloway, this role offers the perfect mix of professional challenge, flexibility, and lifestyle quality.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Earn £33 – £34 per hour.

• Part Time / Full Time Options: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle.

• Accommodation Available: Convenient accommodation options provided to support your placement.

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and variety of locum work without long-term commitment.

• Diverse Clinical Experience: Work across AMU, A&E, and downstream wards, broadening your skills.

• Supportive MDT Environment: Join a friendly, collaborative, and highly supportive team.

What You Will Do

• Provide high-quality physiotherapy assessments and treatments to patients in the Acute Medical Unit, Emergency Department, and other wards as required.

• Support safe and timely discharge planning to promote patient flow and reduce length of stay.

• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, patient-centred care.

• Manage a varied and fast-paced caseload across acute settings.

• Participate in weekend working as required to meet service needs.

• Contribute to maintaining high standards of care, particularly during the challenging winter pressures period.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy.

• HCPC registration.

• Experience working at Band 6 level in an acute hospital setting (or strong Band 5 with relevant experience).

• Strong skills in assessment, discharge planning, and acute patient management.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills.

Desirable

• Experience working in Acute Medicine, A&E, or frailty/medical wards.

• Experience managing rapid discharge and complex caseloads.

Why Dumfries & Galloway?

Dumfries & Galloway offers breathtaking landscapes, a vibrant community, and a superb quality of life. From stunning coastlines and countryside to welcoming towns and cultural attractions, it’s an incredible place to work, live, and unwind after a rewarding day in healthcare.

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